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CATS - This stands for Computer Aided Tracking System. It is a device for measuring the path of the ball on the lane. It measures the position of the ball at different locations down the lane, the angle of travel, the velocity and the friction (COF).

Center of gravity (CG) - The center of gravity is the location of the heaviest point on a ball. This is usually marked by little punchmark oy symbol on the ball.

Channel (Gutter) - The lowered gullies on either side of the lane which force the ball into the pit not allowing them contact with the pins.

Christmas Tree Condition - This refers to a type of oiling pattern applied to the lanes. The oiling pattern looks like a Christmas tree lying on the lane. There is oil applied from gutter to gutter at the foul line and then it tapers to a point in the middle of the lane at the end of the oil, which is about 36-40 feet from the foul line. The goal of this oil pattern was to allow bowlers to play anywhere on the lane because there was oil across the lane at the foul line and less on the outside boards.

Clean Game - A game which exclusively contains spares and strikes.

Core (Weight, Block) - The center weight within a bowling ball.

Cranker - A bowler who utilizes a wide hook. This is usually achieved by snapping the wrist sharply when the ball is released.

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